Kitchen Assistant – Culinary Services Team

Sunshine Retirement Living; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Retirement Living in Pittsburgh is seeking a dependable Dishwasher to support our Culinary Services team. You will wash, store, and deliver dishes, assist in serving meals, and help keep dining areas tidy and compliant with procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, proper sanitation, and following Sunshine procedures. Applicants should be able to work under time constraints and maintain high standards of cleanliness and resident service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• General knowledge of cleaning and sanitation.
• Maintains food handlers permit as necessary to fulfill state regulations.
• Communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Meet state health requirements for the position.
• Ability to work in a team and be a positive team player.
• Maintain confidentiality of business and resident information.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with little supervision and meet deadlines.
• Follow policies, procedures, and standards.
• Pass background and health screenings as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, wash, and store dishes following procedures.
• Clean and maintain a safe dishwashing area.
• Assist in bussing, serving, and delivery of meals as needed.
• Set and clear tables in dining room.
• Assist Cooks with cleaning and sweeping/mopping daily.
• Document dishwasher temperature logs as required.
• Dispose garbage and move to proper dump site.
• Work as part of food services to ensure safe kitchen operations.
• Complete closing checklist and ensure kitchen is clean.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation practices.

Skills

Team player

Customer service

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Time management

English communication

Sanitation knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Sunshine Retirement Living in Pittsburgh is seeking a dependable Dishwasher to support our Culinary Services team. You will wash, store, and deliver dishes, assist in serving meals, and help keep dining areas tidy and compliant with procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, proper sanitation, and following Sunshine procedures. Applicants should be able to work under time constraints and maintain high standards of cleanliness and resident service.